The Peru Gazette

Source: DOL: Unemployment claims in the North Country up nearly 800% from last year | NCPR News

Now that the whole state has begun reopening, we are closely monitoring each region to make sure we don’t see any spikes in COVID cases. Our strategy from the outset was a data and fact-based approach and we continue to apply that same approach as we move New York forward. We are seeing spikes in […]

Taken from the North Country Chamber of Commerce Website, a Great Resource  While Phase Three is not in effect yet, Phase Three Guidelines for FOOD SERVICE and PERSONAL SERVICES are now posted on the Forward.ny.gov website. Personal Services Include: Tattoo & Piercing Facilities Appearance Enhancement Practitioners Massage Therapy Spas Tanning Cosmetology Nail Specialty Waxing These Guidelines do […]

Source: Mall, tenants call for Phase Two opening | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Sorry, yard sales are a no-go, for now | Top Stories | nny360.com

Source: Plattsburgh Development Opponents File Lawsuit To Stop Project | WAMC

Source: North Country (back) at work: Plattsburgh’s Greek Aleka’s Restaurant opens outdoor seating | NCPR News

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Saratoga, N.Y.  –  Today, President Donald Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act into law. This bipartisan legislation will provide flexibility for small businesses that have utilized PPP loans. Specifically, this legislation extends the period businesses can utilize funds and receive forgiveness to 24 weeks, allows a […]

Source: Vermont reopens indoor dining, lifts some travel restrictions

Plattsburgh/Peru, N.Y.  This spring, New York apple growers are applying the results of a computer modeling-based orchard management research funded by the Northern New York Agricultural Development Program (NNYADP) to more precisely manage their orchard thinning practices with a goal of producing higher quality fruit for harvest this fall. A free recorded webinar highlighting this […]

Source: Vermont is more open than New York, but get ready to quarantine for two weeks if you want to go there | NCPR News

Source: Plattsburgh restaurants prepare: Outdoor dining becomes part of phase 2

Governor Cuomo Tweet: “Starting tomorrow, outdoor dining will be permitted in regions that are in Phase 2 of reopening (Capital Region, Central NY, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country & Southern Tier). Staff must wear masks & patrons must cover face when not seated. Tables 6′ apart.”

Source: Mall titan: Lockdown puts store operators in ‘grave danger’   | Local News | thedailystar.com

HIRING CHALLENGES The facility has 25 open positions, and over the past 30 days has experienced challenges hiring despite a much higher local unemployment percentage than prior to the pandemic. It was suspected that increased unemployment benefits established through federal relief legislation that provide people an additional $600 per week may play a part. Source: Stefanik […]

Source: Burlington City Council postpones action on wealth tax

Source: Cuomo’s office explains why Destiny USA can’t reopen yet – syracuse.com

Source: Chateaugay barber retiring after 65 years | Top Stories | mymalonetelegram.com

Adirondacks By Air Reports: The historic Oxbow Bridge in Cadyville was built in the 1890s, and once allowed cars to cross from Plattsburgh to Schuyler Falls. But in recent years, it’s attracted thrill-seeking younger crowds. In several instances, those who came to the bridge to jump into the Saranac River jumped unknowingly to their deaths. […]

COVID-19 June 1 Updates Important Information for Hair Salons and Barbershops There have been questions about mandated testing for employees at hair salons and barbershops. We reached out to the Governor’s office and Empire State Development and they informed us of the following: It is RECOMMENDED that employees at hair salons and barbershops are tested […]

Airport and Airlines COVID-19 Update The Plattsburgh International Airport is open and operational. However, several of our airlines continue to operate flights on a reduced basis. The Airport restaurant has reopened on a limited basis. As for Car Rentals, Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz, are open to support car rental needs. Airport staff, TSA and the Airlines are […]

Source: After days of confusion, Cuomo says dentists in NY can reopen statewide – syracuse.com

Source: How getting a haircut will change in the North Country

Source: Plattsburgh restaurant pleads for more space to keep diners safe

COVID-19 May 29 Updates Phase II Updates After much confusion, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the North Country can enter Phase II. The NY-Forward website was also updated today to provide specifics for industries allowed to reopen under Phase II. Those industries are as follows: Offices: Summary Guidelines Detailed Guidelines Safety Plan Template Real Estate: Summary Guidelines […]